How to use IntelliJ IDEA for Eclipse plugin development?

I have to develop a plugin for Eclipse but I prefer IntelliJ IDEA as IDE. Is it possible to configure IDEA for Eclipse plugin development?

Can I use Eclipse plugin in IntelliJ?

Eclipser converts Eclipse launch configurations into IntelliJ IDEA configurations: Local Java application Eclipse launcher into Application run configuration. Program launch Eclipse launcher into external tool in Tools menu. Maven launch configuration into Maven run configuration.

Can I use IntelliJ instead of Eclipse?

IntelliJ is much easier to use as compared to Eclipse. The learning curve is far faster in IntelliJ, which makes developing easier and more natural. Code completion, Dropdowns, quick view, project wizards, etc. are all possible in both Eclipse and IntelliJ, but the user experience in IntelliJ is much more satisfying.

It should be possible by using Eclipse Tycho.

You'll be using maven and that works perfectly with IntellIj.

Tycho is focused on a Maven-centric, manifest-first approach to building Eclipse plug-ins, features, update sites, RCP applications and OSGi bundles. Tycho is a set of Maven plugins and extensions for building Eclipse plugins and OSGi bundles with Maven.